Engagement Manager (Government)
CognizantFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
The ideal candidate will have experience managing a portfolio of project engagements, including external customer-facing engagements and internal Workday engagements. They should be adept at project management, including the development of key project deliverables such as charters, project/staffing plans, and issue logs. Experience in the US Federal practice and advising Workday Deployment Partner Project Directors and Project Managers is also required. The candidate must be able to manage projects within budget and deliver them profitably.
The Engagement Manager will guide customers through the deployment lifecycle, solution delivery, and issue management by partnering with Workday Delivery leadership, consultants, resource management, and Workday Deployment Partners. They will oversee the customer experience through deployments, ensuring the successful implementation of Workday products for US Federal customers. Responsibilities include driving client implementation, partnering with the client project manager to resolve issues, managing to agreed-upon budgets, and providing advice and guidance to Workday Deployment Partner Project Directors and Project Managers. The role also involves managing one or more Workday product implementations concurrently, ensuring successful delivery within budget and time outlined in the SOW, participating in the sales cycle, and ensuring projects are properly planned and staffed.
Cloud applications for finance and HR management
Workday provides enterprise cloud applications that focus on finance and human resources for medium to large-sized businesses across various industries. Its main products include Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Student, which help organizations manage their workforce and streamline financial operations. The software operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee based on the number of users and specific modules needed. This model supports continuous updates and improvements to the software. Workday stands out from competitors due to its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and employee engagement, offering tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance workforce experience. The company's goal is to provide essential tools that improve operational efficiency and support businesses in managing their human resources and financial operations effectively.